NYT: Apple secretly working on wearable, Siri-compatible computers
Mon, Dec 19, 2011 - Apple has reportedly begun work on new, tiny, wearable devices that could be controlled with Siri, or used to input information to devices like the iPhone. ( 73 comments )
Black Friday iOS & Wireless Devices: up to $40 off iPod touch, Apple TV for $89.99
Fri, Nov 25, 2011 - Apple's iPods, iPads, Apple TV and wireless base stations are all on sale this Friday, with savings of up to $45 on the iPad 2, $40 on the iPod touch and $49 on Time Capsules.
Apple investigating clip-on iPod nano, shuffle with integrated speaker
Thu, Nov 10, 2011 - Apple has shown interest in building a clip-on iPod with the same wearable form factor as the current iPod nano or iPod shuffle, but with a new integrated speaker built directly into the rear clip. ( 27 comments )
iPod classic, iPod shuffle live on in Apple's holiday lineup
Tue, Oct 4, 2011 - Despite rumors that the iPod classic and iPod shuffle would be discontinued, Apple revealed on Tuesday that the two media players will remain available for sale. ( 28 comments )
Rumor: Apple may discontinue iPod shuffle, classic this year
Tue, Sep 27, 2011 - Reports continue to surface that Apple will discontinue the iPod classic after an impressive 10-year run, while the iPod shuffle is also expected to get the ax as the company moves toward a multi-touch lineup for its iconic portable media players. ( 82 comments )
Apple's iPod classic 5th most popular media player in 2010, unlikely to go away
Wed, Feb 9, 2011 - Apple's black 160GB iPod classic was the fifth best selling media player in the U.S. for all of 2010, suggesting that the hard drive-based device won't be exiting the company's product lineup in the near future. ( 55 comments )
Early Black Friday: Apple TV for $79.99, Office 2011 for $89.99, VMWare Fusion for $27.99
Thu, Nov 25, 2010 - Early Black Friday discounts from Apple's authorized resellers continue to crop up Thursday, including offers for 20% off the new Apple TV, Microsoft Office 2011 for $89.99, VMWare Fusion for $27.99 and 64GB iPod touches for $349. ( 5 comments )
Review roundup: iPod lineup impresses, Ping disappoints
Tue, Sep 7, 2010 - The first reviews of Apple's new iPods and Ping music social network have appeared, with favorable impressions of the iPod touch, iPod nano, and iPod shuffle, but generally negative responses to Ping. ( 52 comments )
Apple's fourth-gen iPod shuffle disassembled (teardown photos)
Tue, Sep 7, 2010 - Apple's smallest portable media player has been put under the microscope, with a thorough disassembly offering a peek inside the fourth-generation iPod shuffle. ( 12 comments )
Apple adds buttons to new fourth-generation iPod shuffle
Wed, Sep 1, 2010 - Apple's new fourth-generation iPod shuffle is a marriage of the last two generations, bringing back physical buttons to the company's smallest media player. ( 32 comments )
Apple's new iPod nano to maintain price points, won't push out shuffle - sources
Tue, Aug 31, 2010 - Sixth-generation iPod nanos on deck for an introduction by Apple on Wednesday will reportedly be priced in-line with existing models and will not replace the company's other diminutive media player, the iPod shuffle. ( 69 comments )
Apple rumored to hold August event to unveil new iPod lineup
Fri, Aug 6, 2010 - Apple could hold its iPod-centric event sooner than the expected September timeframe, with an event rumored to take place either Aug. 16 or 17. ( 43 comments )
Apple will replace faulty third-gen iPod shuffle headphones
Tue, Apr 20, 2010 - Apple this week announced that it will offer free-of-charge replacements for some defective headphones included with the company's third-generation iPod shuffle, sold between Feb. 2009 and Feb. 2010. ( 8 comments )
Apple, Verizon in disagreement over CDMA iPhone pricing - report
Tue, Jan 5, 2010 - As Apple and Verizon are rumored to be in negotiations for a summer 2010 CDMA iPhone launch, the nation's largest wireless carrier and the handset maker are believed to be at odds over pricing. ( 103 comments )
Apple accused of stalling iPod battery fire investigation
Wed, Jul 22, 2009 - Following up on numerous reports of iPod batteries catching fire, a Seattle reporter says that Apple actively prevented her and others from learning the true scope of the safety hazard. ( 23 comments )
Mac sales better than feared in April following desktop refresh
Mon, May 18, 2009 - Sales of Apple's Mac line slipped nearly 2 percent on a year-over-year basis during the month of April while iPod sales fell around 9 percent, though both segments are reportedly as good or better than Wall Street's consensus estimates for the quarter. ( 44 comments )
3G iPod shuffle teardown reveals same costs as in 2007
Tue, Apr 14, 2009 - In spite of concerns touted around the web this week that Apple has arbitrarily padded its margins with the release of its latest iPod, a new teardown from iSuppli obtained in full by AppleInsider reveals that the third-generation iPod shuffle costs the same amount of money to manufacture as its predecessor did two years ago. ( 22 comments )
Easter delivers first signs of iPod growth since start of year
Tue, Apr 14, 2009 - Despite a slowdown in consumer spending, iPods remain one of the top go-to gifts during the holidays, with Easter reportedly driving sales to levels not seen since the start of the year. ( 23 comments )
Apple near saturation point for iPod, iTunes use by teens
Wed, Apr 8, 2009 - The results of Piper Jaffray's 17th bi-annual teen survey are in, showing Apple to have broadened its lead in the areas of iPod consumption and iTunes usage -- both of which are nearing their saturation point -- as the company moves to translate these successes to its iPhone business. ( 59 comments )
iPod shuffle sales surge 50% as iPod touch maintains top slot
Wed, Apr 1, 2009 - Sales of Apple's most affordable iPod shot up more than 50 percent a week after the company unveiled new, more compact models that shift the push controls from the player itself to the included pair of earphones. ( 118 comments )
Apple's 3G iPod shuffle reviewed: a step too far?
Sat, Mar 21, 2009 - The iPod shuffle has taken on an unusual role in Apple's lineup both as its price leader and as an example of the company's efficiency in design. But with its third version now out the door, there may be signs Apple isn't sure of where to go next with its least expensive media player. ( 129 comments )
Apple criticized for iPod shuffle's new 'authentication chip'
Mon, Mar 16, 2009 - Apple this weekend was hit with a media assault after reports suggested that a mysterious authentication chip in the third-generation iPod shuffle, responsible for supporting the player's new headphone-integrated playback controls, signaled a rogue attempt on the company's part to block third parties from developing their own replacement headphones for the device without paying a licensing fee. Update: Apple has denied that any DRM authentication mechanism is involved. ( 239 comments )
Inside Apple's new third-gen iPod shuffle (teardown photos)
Thu, Mar 12, 2009 - The latest, most petit version of Apple's iPod shuffle music player can be disassembled without major challenge, according to a new tear-down report, which notes that the player is compatible with third-party headphones if all you want to do is listen to music straight and not control playback or volume. ( 82 comments )
High-quality unboxing photos of Apple's third-gen iPod shuffle
Thu, Mar 12, 2009 - Apple retail stores on Thursday began receiving the company's third-generation 4GB iPod shuffle in extremely limited quantities. What follows are a few dozen unboxing and comparison shots, along with some commentary. ( 79 comments )
Apple details new Voice Over controls for iPod shuffle
Wed, Mar 11, 2009 - Apple has detailed the remote control features of the new third generation iPod shuffle, which pairs Apple's now-standard earphones with an integrated remote that includes voice feedback and visual signals from an indicator light. ( 103 comments )
Apple releases iTunes 8.1, Front Row Update 2.1.7
Wed, Mar 11, 2009 - As anticipated, Apple on Wednesday evening delivered iTunes 8.1 with performance enhancements, support for CD imports to iTunes Plus, and new Genius features. Separately, the company also updated its Front Row media application. ( 48 comments )
Apple unveils redesigned iPod shuffle with speech technology
Wed, Mar 11, 2009 - Apple on Wednesday introduced an all-new iPod shuffle that's nearly half the size of the previous model and includes speech technology, making it the first music player "that talks to you." ( 342 comments )
Apple to unleash new 4GB iPod shuffles with Dock sync cable
Wed, Mar 11, 2009 - Apple later this morning is expected to introduce a new version of its iPod shuffle digital music player with 4GB of storage capacity, new colors, and other tweaks, according to a source. ( 21 comments )
New shuffle, cheaper iPhone and MacBooks seen in 2009
Wed, Dec 31, 2008 - FBR Capital Markets said Wednesday that it believes that Apple is gearing up to release several new products during the first half of 2009, including a new version of the iPod shuffle and cheaper versions of its flagship iPhone and MacBook offerings. ( 68 comments )
iPhone nano rumors resurface alongside case renderings
Mon, Dec 15, 2008 - Renderings of a protective case for a device that resembles a smaller iPhone have been published online, rekindling speculation that Apple may be planning to introduce a new low-end handset sometime in the near future. ( 47 comments )
Apple's unexpected iPod shortage spreading
Wed, Dec 3, 2008 - Although Macs and iPhones were seen as Apple's ticket to a healthy holiday quarter, the electronics maker has reportedly been struck by surprising demand for iPods and is now scurrying to restock some of its reseller channels. ( 63 comments )
Luxpro finally sues Apple to defend iPod shuffle clone
Wed, Oct 15, 2008 - Living up to a promise it made in January 2007, Taiwanese electronics maker Luxpro has at last filed a lawsuit against Apple claiming that the American company was plotting a multinational scheme when it sued Luxpro over its iPod shuffle doppelganger. ( 21 comments )
Apple refreshes iPod shuffle colors, intros 120GB iPod classic
Tue, Sep 9, 2008 - Although it wasn't mentioned during chief executive Steve Jobs' keynote presentation Tuesday morning, Apple refreshed the color options for its second-generation iPod shuffle. Separately, the company introduced a new 120GB version of the iPod classic. ( 23 comments )
Last minute: iPod nano with sensor, iPod touch, iPod classic, iPod shuffle
Tue, Sep 9, 2008 - Apple will announce later today an entire refresh to its iPod family of digital media players, including an iPod nano with some form of motion sensor, AppleInsider has been told. ( 145 comments )
First iPod nano 4G photo hits the web [updated]
Fri, Sep 5, 2008 - A Mac website has obtained what's believed to be the first proven genuine photo of a fourth-generation iPod nano, days ahead of its launch. ( 116 comments )
Digg founder claims knowledge of 4G iPod nano, iTunes 8.0
Sat, Aug 23, 2008 - Digg creator Kevin Rose says he knows many details of Apple's iPod revisions for September, including what appears to be a photo of the fourth-generation iPod nano and a teaser for information of iTunes 8.0. ( 93 comments )
iPod shuffle 4GB may be enroute; QuarkXPress 8; more
Thu, Jul 31, 2008 - Apple could boost its least expensive iPod this fall with a redesign and 4GB of storage, according to one report. Also, Quark has shipped a major overhaul of its long-running publishing software, the iFund is now backing a game developer, and Apple is now offering daily statistics to iPhone software developers for their App Store sales. ( 15 comments )
Apple makes example of iPod repairman in lawsuit
Thu, Jun 26, 2008 - The owner of an iPod repair shop is being sued by Apple for misuse of the coveted iPod trademark -- and of allegedly manipulating Apple to both send him replacement units for free as well as tricking the electronics giant into repairing out-of-warranty iPods. ( 20 comments )
Piper sees iPod boost; Sybase for iPhone; Japan/Korea rumor
Mon, May 19, 2008 - Analysts at Piper Jaffray see iPod shipments on the rise and suggests Apple is bucking fears of a continued downturn. Also, Sybase is readying a native iPhone app, AT&T may offer iPhone insurance, and two carriers in Japan and Korea may launch the iPhone at the same time. ( 29 comments )
Growth potential seen in steadily maturing iPod market
Wed, Feb 20, 2008 - Though growth in Apple's iPod unit shipments has been declining since the end of 2006, price cuts like those applied to the iPod shuffle on Tuesday and cheaper Internet-capable models down the line should help the company reverse course and maintain a steady rate of growth through 2009, says one Wall Street analyst. ( 23 comments )
Apple slashes iPod shuffle price, introduces 2GB model
Tue, Feb 19, 2008 - Apple on Tuesday slashed the price of its 1GB clip-on iPod shuffle music player from $79 to $49 and introduced a new 2GB model for just $69. ( 75 comments )
